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Krekorian's Corner:
Have a Fun and Safe July 4th
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Dear Friend:
The Fourth of July is a time to remember and celebrate our nation's independence. It is also a time for colorful parades, delicious barbecues, fun moments with friends and family, and of course, fireworks.
To celebrate America's 238th birthday this Friday, there are many opportunities to enjoy public fireworks displays in Council District 2 and beyond. I hope you take advantage of them. But please remember: leave the fireworks to the professionals.
All fireworks are illegal in the City of Los Angeles. Every year, thousands of injuries are reported as a result of the use of dangerous, illegal fireworks. Burns are the most common firework-related injury. In addition, fireworks can also cause blindness, third degree burns, permanent scarring and life-threatening home and motor vehicle fires. With the drought conditions currently facing Southern California, errant fireworks can spark brush fires. Please don't use them.
I, along with the LAFD and the LAPD, urge you to celebrate this Independence Day safely in our great Valley.
For more information about firework safety, visit www.safejuly4th.org.
Councilmember Paul Krekorian
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Councilmember Krekorian Tackles Foreclosure Blight
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LOS ANGELES - In a special joint hearing of the Housing and Budget and Finance Committees last week, city officials voted to correct the flaws in the existing Foreclosure Registry Program.
The program, first enacted in 2010, is meant to protect residential neighborhoods by addressing blight caused by foreclosed homes sitting vacant. It requires banks to register their foreclosures with the city or face a fine. The committees took a key step toward strengthening the program and addressing the thousands of deteriorating properties that have become a hub of crime and drug activity.
The motion, which was co-presented by Councilmembers Krekorian and Cedillo earlier this month, will streamline the registration process for the bank-owned foreclosed properties and add a new fee to fund proactive building inspections. A recent audit by the City Controller found serious faults in the existing program, which has allowed foreclosed homes to sit vacant for months, even years without citation.
"We have an opportunity and an obligation to fix the Foreclosure Registry Program and move it forward to help Angelenos," Councilmember Krekorian said. "The motion that I co-presented with Councilmember Cedillo proposes common-sense changes that would help prevent blight from taking root in our communities as a result of foreclosures."
"There are still thousands of bank-owned, foreclosed homes across the city. If we just let them sit there without taking meaningful action, they become hubs for crime, drugs and other public safety concerns that impact everyone in the community. Implementing a proactive enforcement effort will encourage banks to be accountable for the properties they own."
The motion will come before the full City Council later this summer.
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Readers Join LAPD at New Little Free Library
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Young readers enjoying the NoHo Police Station's Little Free Library. | Photo: CD2
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NORTH HOLLYWOOD - LAPD North Hollywood Community Police Station partnered with local non-profit A Chance for Children and Bookends to establish a Little Free Library in the NoHo Community Police Station lobby.
The library will function as an education and outreach tool to families in North Hollywood and build a sense of community, while promoting literacy and a love of books. LAPD Cadets and police officers will work with local schools to provide book-reading programs at the station.
Councilmember Krekorian donated 50 books to the North Hollywood station's Little Free Library. You can donate too. Drop off new or used books at the North Hollywood Community Police Station, located at 11640 Burbank Blvd., and help the station's Little Free Library grow.
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North Hollywood Salutes Kids
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Kids enjoy a fun-filled day of activities at the Valley Plaza Rec. Center. | Photo: CD2
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NORTH HOLLYWOOD - The Dept. of Rec and Parks, in collaboration with the LAPD North Hollywood Community Police Station, the San Fernando Valley Coalition on Gangs and the office of Councilmember Krekorian, recently celebrated its annual Salute to Kids day.
The event provided a day of fun activities in the park with food, games, entertainment and resources. It allowed parents to build positive partnerships with the LAPD and other community members. This year, the Rotary Club donated 30 bicycles that were raffled to children for free, accompanied by free helmets donated by Kiwanis EIG.
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Summer Line-up for Movies in the Park
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LOS ANGELES - Mark you calendars, Councilmember Krekorian's Summer Movies in the Park series is set to host nine film showings in July and August. Here is the schedule:
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July 12
Despicable Me
Beeman Park
12621 Rye St.
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July 26
Frozen
Colfax Elementary School
11724 Addison St.
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July 12
Frozen
Colfax Elementary School
11724 Addison St.
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August 9
Field of Dreams
Beeman Park, Studio City
12621 Rye St.
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July 19
Back to the Future
North Hollywood Park
11430 Chandler Blvd.
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August 16
Nanny McPhee
North Hollywood Park
11430 Chandler Blvd.
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Beeman Park
12621 Rye St.
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September 20th
Despicable Me
North Hollywood Park
11430 Chandler Blvd.
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Be sure to follow our newsletter for changes and additions to the schedule.
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Summer of Learning in Los Angeles
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 LOS ANGELES - This summer, thousands of young Angelenos will have a unique opportunity. During the 2014 Los Angeles Summer of Learning, young learners age 3 to 24 can participate in online and in-person programs offering opportunities to earn digital badges in topics ranging from swimming to robotics and writing to fashion.
Best of all, most of the programs are free! The Summer of Learning is a collaboration of the city, LAUSD, parks, community-based organizations, museums and many others throughout Los Angeles. In-person classes will be offered at some of the LA area's top cultural institutions, such as the LA County Museum of Art, the Aquarium of the Pacific and the Getty Center, in addition to classes at city parks, schools and libraries. All young people in Council District 2 are invited to participate. |
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#DineSFV: Valley to Host Restaurant Week
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LOS ANGELES - Calling all foodies! The San Fernando Valley is set to debut its first Restaurant Week to showcase the Valley's vibrant food culture.
From July 20 to 26, participating restaurants across the Valley will offer patrons special promotions and discounts in an effort to highlight the area's array of cuisine and its eclectic collection of restaurants. The event is about supporting local restaurants and businesses in the San Fernando Valley.
#DineSFV is organized by the San Fernando Valley Jaycees and the City of Los Angeles with support from six chambers of commerce.
More information about participating restaurants is available at www.dinesfv.com. If you are a restaurant and would like to participate in San Fernando Valley Restaurant Week, you can sign up on www.dinesfv.com/sign-up.
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Living History
A Modern Look Back at Los Angeles
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The 1873 celebration of the Fourth of July. | Photo: LAPL Archive
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This week, we're taking a slight departure from the Valley to bring you this gem from the LA Public Library archive. The view of Main Street in Downtown, looking south from Temple Street, captures one of LA's earliest Independence Day celebrations on July 4, 1873.
Do you have a piece of Valley history to share? Send photos and comments to [email protected].
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Upcoming Community Events
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Free CERT Training
Monday, July 75:30 p.m. to 8 p.m.Valley Plaza Library12311 Vanowen St.North Hollywood
Join the Los Angeles Fire Dept. for a free training course on emergency preparedness.
The Community Emergency Response Team (CERT) members are trained in basic disaster response skills such as fire safety, light search and rescue, team organization and disaster medical operations.
To sign up for the seven-week course, call the Valley Plaza Library at (818) 765-9251.
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Valley Village Park Clean UpSaturday, July 12 8:30 am to 11:00 amValley Village Park5000 Westpark Dr.
Valley VillageJoin the Neighborhood Council Valley Village, Tree People and community members to clean up Valley Village Park and nurture the park's newly planted trees with mulch and hand watering. Free refreshments will be provided for volunteers.
For more information email [email protected] or call (818) 759-8204.
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LAPD's Totally Awesome 80's Party Fundraiser
Friday, July 18
6 p.m.
Hilton Universal
555 Universal Hollywood Dr., Universal City
Join the East Valley Police Activity League Supporter (PALS) and the LAPD North Hollywood Division for a fundraiser to support the community police station.
East Valley PALS provides support for meaningful programs designed to improve conditions and public relations in North Hollywood. For more information, contact PALS president, Jean Sinatra at ( 818) 982-1133.
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The Cub Scout Pack 311 from Studio City, entering their second year as Webelos, joined Councilmember Krekorian for a tour of City Hall last week. | Photo: CD2
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The City Council honored the contributions of immigrants during the city's inaugural celebration of Immigrant Heritage Month. | Photo: CD2
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Councilmember Krekorian attended the Katherine Square Neighborhood Watch
Summer Block Party last weekend. | Photo: CD2
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